Ketogenesis is a natural response to starvation as well as to very-low-carbohydrate diets. Ketone production is thought to serve a main purpose of

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During prolonged periods of fasting and very-low-carbohydrate diets, the body switches from using glucose (derived from carbohydrates) as its primary fuel source to using ketones (derived from fatty acids) for energy. This helps to spare glucose for use by the brain and red blood cells, as well as to reduce the breakdown of muscle proteins for energy. Therefore, option A is the correct choice.

Ketogenesis Is a Natural Response to Starvation as Well as to Very-Low-Carbohydrate